[00:00] David Creel introduces himself as the Blind Spot Coach
[01:00] His journey to coaching through a Zig Ziglar certification
[02:00] The first step with clients: understanding where you are, not just where you want to go
[03:00] Hunger Games analogy and coaching as the guide archetype
[04:00] Helping clients define realistic goals
[06:00] The power of insight and identifying automatic, predictable behaviors
[08:00] Coaching style: bespoke and custom to each person
[09:00] Client story: helping a LEGO artist solve a problem in 10 minutes
[11:00] The importance of conversation in coaching
[12:30] Creating space for breakthroughs and shifts in language
[14:00] Why live Zoom calls are David’s preferred method
[16:00] Overview of David’s book Road Trip and his events
[17:30] How to get the book and audiobook as a gift
[19:00] David’s 762-day streak with his morning routine
[21:00] The trick: commit to one day at a time
[22:00] Why B+ work is enough to get started
[24:00] Nikki opens up about mental illness, effort, and the difference that doing makes
[28:00] Rebuilding after depression through small steps and community
[30:00] Mental health and tough love: Don’t stop, adapt
[32:00] David introduces “What should I do from now on?” framework
[33:00] Responding vs reacting — owning your next move
[35:00] Language shift: changing “have to” into “get to”
[37:00] One step at a time mindset and reducing overwhelm
[38:30] Example of breaking big goals into smaller and smaller steps
[40:00] Holiday special: lessons from stop-motion Christmas movies
[41:00] Insight from a mental health quote Nikki saw on Facebook
[42:00] Hope as the foundation of change
[43:00] 1% change over time: how it adds up
[45:00] Looking back to see your progress, one tiny improvement at a time
[46:00] Knowledge is only potential power — action creates real change
[47:00] Closing: Free book + audio for listeners and a heartfelt hope that someone’s life changes

[00:00] Jason introduces his background in behavior analysis, leadership, and the military
[01:00] Lessons from Army leadership—why micromanagement fails
[03:30] Servant leadership vs. command and control
[06:00] How servant leadership transforms teams, families, and businesses
[08:00] The real roots of toxic masculinity and redefining it
[10:30] The masculine wound explained through 4 archetypes
[13:00] White Knight, Tyrant, Nice Guy, and Lone Wolf breakdown
[16:00] Jason’s coaching style and the importance of flexible plans
[18:00] Trust and communication as the foundation of leadership
[20:00] The 5 controllables every man must master
[21:00] TRACE vs SHADE behaviors and why they matter
[23:30] Comfort as a trap—and why discomfort drives growth
[25:00] Jason’s most rewarding client breakthroughs
[27:00] Nikki and Jason on business authenticity vs. chasing money
[31:00] Dunning-Kruger effect in the expert economy
[33:00] Why problem-solving matters more than money
[36:00] PAIS framework: Problem, Agitation, Insight, Solution
[40:00] Nikki on being real vs. scripted authenticity
[44:00] How honesty builds leadership and trust
[46:30] Co-creating healthy leadership relationships between men and women
[50:00] Leadership = Responsibility, not Authority
[54:00] The janitor as a leader – redefining leadership at all levels
[56:00] Can everyone be their own business owner?
[58:00] Jason envisions a future of collaborative independent businesses

[00:00:00] Introduction – Amelia’s story, Ruff Ryders, and being a “SheEO”
[00:01:00] Why vision and mission matter in personal and business growth
[00:03:00] The four steps to success: Vision, Mission, Direction, Collaboration
[00:04:30] Passion vs. profit – why choosing joy matters
[00:06:00] Removing “dead weights” and facing fear to rise
[00:08:00] Prioritizing yourself as a woman, mother, or nurturer
[00:10:00] Position equals perception – how others view your leadership
[00:12:00] Questions to ask before you collaborate with others
[00:15:00] The power of boundaries and saying no
[00:16:00] Nikki and Amelia unpack real-life communication challenges
[00:23:00] Blunt vs. mean – how tone and delivery affect perception
[00:28:00] Execution over explanation – balancing compassion and productivity
[00:34:00] Compliments, authenticity, and handling social tension
[00:36:00] Culture, gender, and communication in the workplace
[00:42:00] Music therapy – how music helps emotional regulation
[00:47:00] Why jazz and certain frequencies affect emotions
[00:50:00] Childhood trauma, emotional repression, and healing through music
[00:54:00] Music and physical health – movement, rhythm, and recovery
[01:01:00] Energy, plants, and how intention transforms your space
[01:08:00] Final thoughts – do you, be you, and challenge yourself to grow